Implementation Plan for the SayPro-INSETA Empowerment Skills Development Initiative

1. Objective

The primary objective of the SayPro-INSETA Empowerment Skills Development Initiative is to enhance skills development in targeted areas through collaboration with Higher Education Institutions, Skills Development Providers, Professional Bodies, Industry Associations, and Organisations with an active MoU with INSETA. This initiative aims to deliver impactful training aligned with INSETA’s mandate, prioritizing programmes with CPD points.

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2. Target Audience

• Higher Education Institutions
• Skills Development Providers
• Professional Bodies
• Industry Associations
• Organisations with existing MoUs with INSETA

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3. Scope of Work

The initiative will support programmes related to:

• Business Skills
• Risk Management Skills
• Regulatory Compliance Skills
• Financial Management Skills
• Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Programmes

Proposals should include CPD points wherever applicable.

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4. Submission Requirements

Applicants must submit the following documentation:

1. Expression of Interest (EOI) detailing the proposed programme(s).
2. Two contactable reference letters confirming similar work completed within the past three years.
3. Evidence of the programme’s alignment with INSETA priorities, including proof of CPD points (if applicable).

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5. Implementation Timeline

Activity	Timeframe	Responsible Party
Announcement of the Call for EOIs	Week 1	SayPro-INSETA Team
Submission Deadline for EOIs	Week 3	Applicant Organisations
Review and Evaluation of Submissions	Week 4 – Week 5	Evaluation Committee
Approval and Selection of Programmes	Week 6	INSETA
Programme Contracting	Week 7 – Week 8	SayPro-INSETA Team
Implementation of Selected Programmes	Month 3 – Month 6	Selected Providers
Monitoring and Evaluation	Ongoing (Quarterly)	SayPro-INSETA Team

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6. Evaluation Criteria

Submissions will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

1. Relevance to the priority programmes (Business, Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, etc.).
2. Alignment with INSETA’s strategic goals, including CPD accreditation.
3. Proven track record of successful delivery of similar projects (as evidenced in reference letters).
4. Quality and feasibility of the proposed programme design and delivery.

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7. Roles and Responsibilities

1. SayPro-INSETA Team:
   • Issue the call for EOIs.
   • Oversee the evaluation and selection process.
   • Manage contracts and monitor implementation.
2. Applicant Organisations:
   • Submit complete EOIs with all required documentation.
   • Design and implement approved programmes in compliance with INSETA requirements.
   • Provide regular progress updates.
3. Evaluation Committee:
   • Review submissions against evaluation criteria.
   • Shortlist and recommend applicants for approval.

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8. Risk Management

Risk	Mitigation Measure
Incomplete or delayed submissions	Clear communication of requirements and deadlines.
Poor programme alignment	Rigorous evaluation process to ensure alignment.
Implementation delays	Establish strict timelines and monitoring systems.
Insufficient CPD accreditation evidence	Verify documentation during submission review.

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9. Budget Allocation

Funding will be allocated based on:

1. Programme size and scope.
2. Number of participants to be trained.
3. Required resources for delivery.

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10. Monitoring and Evaluation

Regular monitoring and evaluation will ensure that programmes meet expected outcomes. This will include:

• Quarterly progress reports from implementing organisations.
• Onsite and virtual audits.
• Post-programme evaluations to measure impact and CPD outcomes.

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11. Reporting

SayPro-INSETA will consolidate a final report summarizing:

1. Programme outputs and outcomes.
2. Feedback from participants and stakeholders.
3. Recommendations for future initiatives.